thank-you

noun

ˈthaŋk-ˌyü 

: a polite expression of one's gratitude

Examples of thank-you in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In Lawrence, Kansas, the Algerian community is planning a thank-you celebration to honor a newfound fellowship. — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2026

Acknowledge the comment with a simple thank-you and move on, Zhou says. — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 18 July 2026

Shane Simpson has his best idea ever and tells Emily to just make a thank-you card for Tamra. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 July 2026

Foley ended his message to fans with a thank-you to the cast and crew. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 8 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from the phrase thank you used in expressing gratitude

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for thank-you

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue

Kids Definition

thank-you

noun

ˈthaŋ-ˌkyü

: a polite expression of one's gratitude